Cranberry and Date

Cranberry

Date

Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Diarrhea treatment, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves muscular strength, Prevents constipation, Prevents nerve damage, Strengthening of bones

General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones

Boosts immune system, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Treatment of dandruff

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips

Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes

Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vomiting

Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Intestinal gas, Stomach pain, Tooth decay, Weight gain

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

12.20 g

75.03 g

Fiber

4.60 g

8.00 g

Sugar

4.04 g

99+

63.35 g

Protein

0.39 g

99+

2.45 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.03

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

3.00 mcg

0.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.01 mg

99+

0.05 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg

0.07 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.10 mg

99+

1.27 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.30 mg

0.59 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.06 mg

0.17 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

1.00 mcg

19.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

13.30 mg

99+

0.40 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

1.20 mg

0.05 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

5.10 mcg

2.70 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

91.00 mcg

75.00 mcg

Choline

5.50 mg

6.30 mg

Fat

0.13 g

0.39 g

Minerals

Potassium

85.00 mg

99+

656.00 mg

Iron

0.25 mg

1.02 mg

Sodium

2.00 mg

Calcium

8.00 mg

39.00 mg

Magnesium

6.00 mg

43.00 mg

Zinc

0.10 mg

0.29 mg

Phosphorus

13.00 mg

62.00 mg

Manganese

0.36 mg

0.26 mg

Copper

0.06 mg

0.21 mg

Selenium

0.10 mcg

3.00 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

22.00 mg

3.00 mg

Omega 6s

33.00 mg

99+

16.00 mg

99+

Sterol

Water Content

87.13 g

20.53 g

99+

Ash

0.20 g

99+

1.60 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal

282.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

42.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

308.00 kcal

290.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

151.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

54.00 kcal

461.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

150.00 kcal

384.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

164.00 kcal

99+

321.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Berry

Tropical

Season

Autumn

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Early Black, Howes, Ben Lear and Stevens

Barhi, Dayri, Deglet Noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Thoory and Zahidi

Seedless Variety

Color

Red

Black, Brown, Red, Yellow

Inside Color

White

Brown

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Juicy

Fleshy

Taste

Bitter, Tart

Sweet

Origin

North America

Iraq

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay, Sandy, Well-drained

Clay, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

4.5-5

8-10

Climatic Conditions

Warm

Hot, Warm

Facts

Facts about

Europeans thought the cranberry blossom looked like the head of a sandhill crane, hence the name Cranberry.
They are also known as bounce berries as they bounce when they ripe.
Cranberries do not grow in water.

Date is known as the tree of life in Middle east.
Date palms cover 3% of the earth's total farmlands.
Scholars believe that date (and not apple) was the real fruit mentioned in the Bible's Garden of Eden.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Not Available

Beer

Yes

Not Available

Spirits

Yes

Not Available

Cocktails

Yes

Not Available

Production

Top Producer

United States of America

Egypt

Other Countries

Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Latvia, Macedonia, NA, Romania, Tunisia, Ukraine

Algeria, Iraq, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, United Arab Emirates

Top Importer

Europe

India

Top Exporter

United States of America

United Arab Emirates

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Vaccinium Macrocarpon

Phoenix Dactylifera

Synonym

Oxycoccus macrocarpus

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

Subclass

Dillenhidae

Arecidae

Order

Ericales

Arecales

Family

Ericaceae

Arecaceae

Genus

Vaccinium

Phoenix

Species

Vaccinium macrocarpon

P. dactylifera

Generic Group

Heath

Palm

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Difference Between Cranberry and Date

We might think that Cranberry and Date are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cranberry and Date Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cranberry and Date is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cranberry and Date with peel is 46.00 kcal and 282.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Cranberry and Date belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Cranberry and Date is Ericales and Arecales respectively. Cranberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Date belongs to Arecaceae family. Cranberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium macrocarpon species and Date belongs to Phoenix genus of P. dactylifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.